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Rita Lavender is the last woman to be swept away by a smooth line and a seductive smile. And she's just beginning to savor the fruits of her success when she meets a man who will change everything. Mayor-Elect Taylor MacKensie is handsome, charming, and charismatic. Still, Rita never imagines that she'll leave a Christmas party with him, or that, caught up in the magic of a snowfall and a bottle of champagne, she'll give in to desire. Eight weeks later, Rita knows she's carrying Taylor MacKensie's child.

At a time when Christian values are challenged - when the greeting “Merry Christmas” has been replaced by the supposedly less offensive “Happy Holidays” - Governor Sarah Palin makes the case for bringing back the freedom to express the religious spirit of the season. In Good Tidings and Great Joy, she discusses one of Christianity’s most sacred celebrations, and how the holiday has been robbed of its meaning and true tradition by the pressures of political correctness.

At Christmastime, we gather to celebrate the birth of Jesus, an event that forever changed our world—and the hearts of billions. And there’s no better way to get in the true Christmas spirit than to immerse yourself in the story of his coming. Good Tidings of Great Joy is the story of the first Christmas as told by the Bible. Every word comes from the New King James Version of Old and New Testament Scriptures, but elements have been arranged to create one unbroken narrative.

Welcome to "Hark! Glad Tidings of Great Joy" with Bev Murrill. In this sermon, we unwrap the layers of Christmas's profound meaning through the lens of Matthew 1:18-24. Bev Murrill shares the heart-touching story behind the poem "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Discover how Longfellow's personal journey of sorrow and hope led to the creation of this timeless poem and its message of resilience that is now a song done by Casting Crowns. Join us as we reflect on the power of faith, love, and the enduring message of Christmas. Tune in for a heartwarming ...